Site Operative

Selwood has developed a specialist pump hire division and is currently the No. 1 Pump Hirer in the UK with an unrivalled depth of technical pumping expertise and the largest and most modern fleet.

With a pedigree spanning seven decades, Selwood is an innovative business with a cutting-edge approach to customer service, product development, manufacture and quality. We are world leaders in pump manufacturing and the leading pump rental solutions company in the UK.

Employing over 500 staff throughout its nationwide network of branches, this ever-growing business is one of the largest privately owned companies serving the Water, Environmental and Construction industries. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain and motivate them.

We are growing our Installations Team to meet the ever-increasing needs of our expanding business.

To help us achieve this we are looking for an Installation Operative to hit the ground running. If you have experience within the construction industry and are looking for a career in a reputable business with fantastic progression paths, then this is the role for you

**About the Role**

It’s an exciting time to join us in our Installations Team. Based out of our Bedford branch, this role will predominately be based out on our customer sites with the occasional visits into the branch.

As an Installation Operative you will work directly with the Installation Supervisors. Teamwork is very important for this role, you will need to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with your team to get the job done. A positive attitude and integrity will be equally essential.

Whilst on site you will be installing pipework, adhering to RAMS and assist our drivers with loading and unloading of our vehicles. As this is a physically demanding role a good level of fitness is required to be able to carry out your day-to-day tasks.

Health & Safety is paramount for this position and safety guidelines will need to be adhered to at all times. You will be working on construction sites with potential risks in and around your work area. Not only will you need to manage your own safety but also be aware of the safety of others around you.

Flexibility for this role is a must as you will be involved in a call out rota and be expected to commit to supporting your team by working overtime outside of your normal 40 hour working week. This will give you the opportunity to earn fantastic increased overtime rates.

**Tasks & Responsibilities**:

- Promote and exercise the company’s mission statement and core values to deliver the required uniformed approach to an installation across the UK.
- Ensure you continually adhere to our SHEQ policies and procedures focusing on best practice.
- Manage your own site safety and be a part of the safety of everybody else on site completing the installation.
- Work in accordance with on-site RAMS produced, to ensuring all on-site risks have been identified and stringent control measures have been put into place and communicated to you.
- Work in accordance with the methodology of the installation that has been communicated to all staff and customers before the work commences.
- Keep the site installation work, yard and workshop area clean and tidy at all times.
- To assist with loading and unloading of vehicles, checking against paperwork, missing, damages and fuel charges.

**Qualifications & Experience**:
**Essential**:

- Must be a physically able individual due to the requirements of the role.
- Must have the aptitude to work on construction sites and have an understanding of onsite safety.
- Must be able to adapt and meet challenging situations with a positive approach
- Must be flexible with working hours and be available to be ‘on call’
- Must be willing to travel and on occasions work away from home
- Full UK driving licence

**Preferred**:

- Holder of a construction Skills CSCS card
- National Water Hygiene Card
- Forklift truck operator certification
- An understanding of the workings of a temporary / permanent pumping solution

**What we can offer**
- Competitive salary
- Enhanced overtime & call out rates
- Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
- 24 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
- Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
- Support for development and training
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount scheme
- Employee referral scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £30,706.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

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